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On the Wild Side (Wilds of Montana) by Kristen Proby -review tour

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On the Wild Side (The Wilds of Montana 4) by Kristen Proby -review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date October 3, 2024

Brady Wild has focused on one thing this entire adult life: riding bulls. A three-time world champion, Brady’s body has taken a beating over the years and he knows he’s nearing the end of his impressive career. He’s had no time for relationships with his dangerous career but the minute he sees sexy single mom, Abbi Kastella, he knows it’s game over for his resolve to be single.

Abbi is a mom, first and foremost, and she’ll do whatever needs to be done to keep her daughter safe from the danger that’s chased them for half a dozen years. She’s finally been able to set down roots in Bitterroot Valley for herself and Daisy. She adores this community that has welcomed them with open arms, her new business is thriving, and she has a circle of friends that she loves and trusts. And don’t even get her started on the hazel-eyed, muscled up cowboy that makes her whole body tremble with need. Life is good in this little Montana town and Brady is showing her and her little girl what real love is supposed to be.

Despite Brady’s best intentions he can’t resist his blue-eyed siren, or the sweet little girl that has him wrapped around her little finger. But when Abbi’s past catches up with them, Brady quickly realizes that the secrets that Abbi’s been keeping from him are far worse than any damage his career could do to them. Will they lose everything before it even really begins? Or will love prevail so they can get started on their forever On the Wild Side?

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REVIEW:ON THE WILD SIDE is the fourth instalment in Kristen Proby’s contemporary, adult THE WILDS OF MONTANA erotic, romance series.- a spin off from the author’s WITH ME IN SEATTLE /SINGLE IN SEATTLE series. This is thirty-three year old rancher/ bull rider Brady Wild, and single mother/business owner Abbi Kastella’s story line. ON THE WILD SIDE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there WILL BE triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Abbi and Brady) ON THE WILD SIDE follows the building romance and relationship between our story line couple. Approximately five years earlier, Abbi’s best friend and husband Nate died, leaving her a single mother struggling to provide. Fast forward to present day, Abbi and her daughter Daisy have moved to Montana, where they find themselves engulfed in the Wild family, as one of their own. When her seven year old daughter needed a ‘father’ for the father-daughter dance, Brady Wild volunteered . An early snowstorm would find Brady stranded at Abbi’s where our couple would discover their mutual attraction but Brady doesn’t do relationships, and in this Abbi finds herself pushed to the side. As the days and weeks pass, Brady cannot forget about our story line heroine, and begins a slow seduction of Abbi but Abbi has a dark secret, a past mired in pain, a past that is refusing to let go. Meanwhile, Brady Wild is considering a future with the woman with whom he is falling in love but the rodeo circuit calls, and Brady is struggling between head and heart.

The world building follows several pathways including Abbi’s struggle as a single mother, a successful business woman, a past that has left her always looking over her shoulder, and the acceptance and protection of the Wild’s and their friends.

The relationship between Abbi and Brady begins as friends but Abbi is hoping for something more. Brady battles his demons and the possibility of serious injury, and in this, Brady refuses to settle down, or make plans for the future. Falling for Abbi and her daughter Daisy is easy, keeping them safe may be an entirely different matter. The $ex scenes are intimate and seductive without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

There is a large ensemble cast of colorful secondary and supporting characters, many of whom we met in the previous story lines. The Wild family is loving, caring, and accept Abbi and Daisy as one of their own-no one is left alone or taken for granted.

ON THE WILD SIDE is a story of secrets and lies, family and friendships, acceptance and love. The character driven premise is inviting and intriguing; the characters are sassy, animated and charming; the romance is real and compelling.

Reading Order and Previous Reviews

Wild For You
Chasing Wild
Widest Dreams

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Reviewed by Sandy

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New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Kristen Proby is the author of the bestselling With Me In Seattle and Love Under the Big Sky series. She has a passion for a good love story and strong, humorous characters with a strong sense of loyalty and family. Her men are the alpha type; fiercely protective and a bit bossy, and her ladies are fun, strong, and not afraid to stand up for themselves. Kristen lives in Montana with her husband and their four pets, where she enjoys coffee, chocolate and sunshine. And naps.

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THE SUBSTITUTE (Single in Seattle 5.5) by Kristen Proby-review

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THE SUBSTITUTE (Single in Seattle 5.5) by Kristen Proby-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date August 20, 2024

Derek Langley can’t keep an assistant to save his life. He’s grumpy, demanding, and sometimes mean, which mirrors his reputation in court. Derek doesn’t have time to coddle an employee, so when the temp agency informs him their next placement will be the last, he knows he’s doomed.

Maya Sterling is excited to move to Seattle. She wants to be closer to her siblings and her new friends, and a position with a temp agency fits the bill for her new life in the city. She doesn’t plan on walking in and finding a sexy British grouch for a boss, but his gruff nature doesn’t really bother her. In fact, she’s attracted to his rough-around-the-edges nature.

They quickly realize the attraction is mutual and steam up the office. But Maya’s position with Derek is temporary, and she knows she must maintain a professional distance to preserve her sanity.

Will they be able to resist each other? Or does fate have other plans?

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REVIEW: THE SUBSTITUTE by Kristen Proby is a contemporary, adult, erotic, novella found in the author’s SINGLE IN SEATTLE series, and a part of the 1001 Dark Nights multi-authored series. This is attorney Derek Langley, and PA Maya Sterling’s story line. THE SUBSTITUTE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary. May is Grayson Sterling’s sister (The Scandal)

Told from dual first person perspectives (Derek and Maya) THE SUBSTITUTE follows Maya Sterling as she struggles with a direction in life. Having spent six months touring Europe, Maya returns home, excited about a move to Seattle but leaving her parents is hard, in the face of her mother’s ongoing failing health. Working for a temp agency, Maya begins a thirty day trial period with attorney Derek Langley, a man whose reputation as a difficult boss, and toxic environment precedes his introduction to our story line heroine but form the outset Maye refuses to bow to Derek’s demands, and in the end, places her own boundaries when they both cross the line. What ensues is the rapidly building relationship between our story line couple, and the potential fall-out as Maya’s time with Derek comes to a close.

The relationship is one of immediate attraction but Derek doesn’t do relationships; he’s demanding and over bearing; and expects perfection from everyone in his life. Falling for Maya was never in the future but Derek knew Maya was the woman to calm his heart. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate.

We are reintroduced to several members of Maya’s family including her brother Grayson Sterling, and both Maya and Derek’s parents.

THE SUBSTITUTE is a story of family, friendships, relationships and love; forgiveness and acceptance. The fast paced premise is enthralling and captivating; the romance is fast and furious; the characters are determined, strong and dynamic.

Reading Order and Previous reviews
The Secret
The Surprise
The Scandal
The Scramble
The Score
The Set Up
The Stand In

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Reviewed by Sandy

 

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New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Kristen Proby is the author of the bestselling With Me In Seattle and Love Under the Big Sky series. She has a passion for a good love story and strong, humorous characters with a strong sense of loyalty and family. Her men are the alpha type; fiercely protective and a bit bossy, and her ladies are fun, strong, and not afraid to stand up for themselves. Kristen lives in Montana with her husband and their four pets, where she enjoys coffee, chocolate and sunshine. And naps.

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Wildest Dreams (Wilds of Montana 3) by Kristen Proby-review tour

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Wildest Dreams (the Wilds of Montana 2) by Kristen Proby-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date July 18, 2024

Ryan Wild thought he had everything he could ever want. A billionaire before thirty, he’s finally
moved back home to Bitterroot Valley, built a beautiful house on his ranch, and has
recently adopted a teenage boy that has brought nothing but joy into his life. The only thing that’s been missing is the feeling of Polly in his arms since their incredible night together months ago. Memories of her touch aren’t nearly enough to satisfy him, and Ryan will do anything he can to make her his.

Polly can’t forget the one night she spent with Ryan all of those months ago, but she understood that it was a one-time deal. Yes, she still thinks about the sexy billionaire cowboy and his strong arms wrapped around her, but she’s a busy woman, with a thriving clothing shop and a group of friends that keep her on her toes. When you add in a house that always needs repairs, Polly’s days and nights are completely full. But when Ryan starts coming around, tempting her with that killer smile, heated bedroom eyes, and generous gifts, how is she supposed to stay away from him?

Polly knows how important the bond between father and son is and feels guilty for taking
some of Ryan’s attention away from Jake, especially when Ryan whisks her away to Paris for
the romantic vacation of her dreams. And just when the three of them start to settle in together, where Polly, Jake and Ryan start to feel like a family, she starts getting warnings and prank phone calls. Someone wants to come between them and their growing relationship.

The love they share is beyond their wildest dreams, but when danger lurks, will they be torn apart forever?

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REVIEW:WILDEST DREAMS is the third instalment in Kristen Proby’s contemporary, adult THE WILDS OF MONTANA erotic, romance series–a spin off from the author’s WITH ME IN SEATTLE / SINGLE IN SEATTLE series.. This is single father / billionaire businessman Ryan Wild, and fashion store owner Polly Allen’s story line. WILDEST DREAMS can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Polly and Ryan) WILDEST DREAMS follows the building romance and relationship between our story line couple. Months earlier Polly Allen ghosted Ryan Wild following a one-night stand but Ryan is determined to seduce our story line heroine, one date at a time. As Polly’s business begins to expand, Ryan discovers that the woman with whom he is falling in love is a strong, independent business woman, with a take charge persona who doesn’t leave time for herself. A trip together to Paris finds Ryan facing his past, a past that is determined to destroy the growing love between our story line couple.

The world building focuses on the growing relationship between Polly and Ryan; on Ryan’s love for an abused young boy, a boy Ryan will adopt to give him a family; and on the friendships and family that stand behind the people they love.

The relationship between Polly and Ryan began as friends to lovers, precipitated by a one-night stand. Polly and Ryan’s businesses are busy, leaving little time for a personal life but Ryan is determined to take the time to seduce the woman with whom he will fall in love .The $ex scenes are passionate and provocative without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

There is another large ensemble cast of secondary and supporting characters including extended family and friends. We are introduced to several of Polly’s employees-Grace, Jessica and Katie, as well as Ryan’s soon to be son Jake, his assistant Arthur, and Ryan’s security team.

WILDEST DREAMS is a story of family and friendships, obsession and vengeance, acceptance and love. The slow building premise is captivating and entertaining; the romance is spicy and decadent; the characters are determined, charismatic and spirited.

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New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Kristen Proby is the author of the bestselling With Me In Seattle and Love Under the Big Sky series. She has a passion for a good love story and strong, humorous characters with a strong sense of loyalty and family. Her men are the alpha type; fiercely protective and a bit bossy, and her ladies are fun, strong, and not afraid to stand up for themselves. Kristen lives in Montana with her husband and their four pets, where she enjoys coffee, chocolate and sunshine. And naps.

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WILD FOR YOU (The Wilds of Montana) by Kristen Proby-review tour

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WILD FOR YOU (The Wilds of Montana 1) by Kristen Proby -review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date January 30, 2024

Remington Wild is a single dad of two adorable kids, and as the oldest son of the Wild family, has recently taken over the Wild River Ranch from his father. Life is crazy, and he’s finally willing to admit that he needs help, and the sooner the better. He has no idea that the beautiful woman he sees every day at Bitterroot Valley Coffee Co. is the woman who would show up for the job.

Erin Montgomery couldn’t get out of Seattle fast enough. It’s not that she doesn’t love her big, loud family, but living in the big city just wasn’t for her. The minute she stepped foot in Bitterroot Valley, she knew she was home. She loves the slower pace, the friendly people, and her job at the coffee shop. Even the smoking hot grumpy guy who stops in every afternoon can’t put a damper on how much she loves small town life!

Thanks to car trouble, and her stubbornness when it comes to using her trust fund, Erin needs a second job and applies for the position of a part-time nanny. She’s surprised to find that it’s Grumpy himself who answers the door at the ranch, but Erin quickly learns that she loves his kids and the ranch, and it’s a no-brainer to take the job. She just has to remind herself to resist the sexy rancher and keep it strictly professional.

Remington is attracted to his younger nanny, and finds himself falling headfirst in love with her. He and his kids have never been happier, and he knows she is the perfect addition to their family for as long as she’s willing to stay. Hopefully forever.

But when secrets are exposed, one of which endangers his children, will their love survive? Or will it tear them apart?

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REVIEW: WILD FOR YOU is the first instalment in Kristen Proby’s contemporary, adult THE WILDS OF MONTANA erotic, romance series-a spin off from the author’s WITH ME IN SEATTLE / SINGLE IN SEATTLE series. This is thirty-six year old, rancher and single father Remington Wild, and twenty-five year old barista/nanny Erin Montgomery’s story line. Erin is the daughter of former pro football player Will and Megan Montgomery (PLAY WITH ME/With Me in Seattle)

Told from dual first person perspectives (Remington and Erin)n WILD FOR YOU focuses on the building romance and relationship between our story line couple. After a family trip to Bitterroot Valley, Montana, Erin Montgomery decides it is time to spread her wings, away from the famous and infamous Montgomery-Williams-Nash family by settling down where no body knows her name. Several months working at the local bistro Erin is quickly becoming friends with cafe owner Millie Wild but never expected to find herself falling for the grumpy rancher she will come to know as Millie’s brother Remington. Remington is a widower with two your children, and a man desperate for a nanny. With the recommendation of his sister, Remington hires our story line heroine, the woman with whom he would fall in love but Erin’s past refuses to let go, and the Wilds and Montgomerys will pull together to protect one of their own. What ensues is the building romance and relationship between Erin and Remington, and the potential fall-out as Erin’s takes control, threatening the life of our story line heroine.

The world building introduces the Wild family, and the opportunity for many more stories. We discover a long standing feud in Bitterroot Valley, Montana, and several possible love matches for the Wild siblings.

The relationship between Erin and Remington begins acrimoniously as Remington’s visits to the coffee shop come with a side of grumpy. Erin doesn’t understand why the handsome customer is always in a foul mood but our heroine is determined to keep her cheerful disposition whenever he comes in. Remington is struggling, and in desperate need of help but his fantasies never included hiring the woman with whom he would fall in love. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

The numerous secondary and supporting characters are charismatic and energetic. We are introduced to Remington’s children Johnny and Holly, his sister Millie, brothers Brady and Chase, and parents John and Joy; Nathan Price and Cole Sutton (Fish and Wildlife Officers), florist Summer Quinn; Erin’s parents Will and Megan, and her sister Zoey.

WILD FOR YOU is a story of family and relationships, friendships and love, obsession and madness. The character driven premise is detailed, intriguing and captivating; the romance is seductive and provocative; the characters are determined, dynamic and fun.

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Reviewed by Sandy

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New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Kristen Proby is the author of the bestselling With Me In Seattle and Love Under the Big Sky series. She has a passion for a good love story and strong, humorous characters with a strong sense of loyalty and family. Her men are the alpha type; fiercely protective and a bit bossy, and her ladies are fun, strong, and not afraid to stand up for themselves. Kristen lives in Montana with her husband and their four pets, where she enjoys coffee, chocolate and sunshine. And naps.

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The Stand-In (Single in Seattle 5) by Kristen Proby-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date November 14, 2023

I don’t like my new boss. Not at all.

London Ambrose is a spoiled billionaire’s daughter. And now she’s the new co-owner of the Seattle football team, but that doesn’t mean that she knows diddly squat about football.

There’s nothing I hate more than having someone micromanaging me, shadowing my every move, and giving me their two cents on Every. Little. Thing. as I coach MY defensive line.

I don’t care about new team jerseys and branding or answering her million and one questions about how I do my job. But, I can’t help but come to her defense when an old flame shows up and starts harassing her. I’m a Montgomery. We don’t let anyone mess with women.

Now, I’m suddenly in a fake relationship, pretending to date the gorgeous billionaire and learning so many surprising things about this captivating woman that I just can’t seem to stay away from her.

When the lines between our fake relationship and real relationship blur, and my initial distaste for her turns into desire, I find myself coaching the most important game of my life – do I let my guard down or do I let London Ambrose walk away forever?

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REVIEW:THE STAND-IN is the fifth instalment in Kristen Proby’s contemporary, adult SINGLE IN SEATTLE erotic, romance series-a spin off with the next generation from the author’s With Me in Seattle series . This is twenty-seven year old, football coach Drew Montgomery, and thirty-two year old, team co-owner London Ambrose’s story line. THE STAND-IN can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines and original series are revealed where necessary. Drew is the son of Caleb and Brynna Montgomery (SAFE WITH ME /With Me in Seattle 5).

Told from dual first person perspectives (London and Drew) THE STAND-IN follows the building romance and relationship between our story line couple. Approximately five years earlier, Drew Montgomery’s football career ended before it began. Fast forward to present day, Drew is the quarterback coach for the Seattle professional football team, and finds himself at odds with his new boss. Enter London Ambrose, the woman with whom Drew will fall in love. The unexpected arrival of London’s ex finds Drew playing the doting boyfriend, a position that becomes all too real, rather quickly. As Drew and London’s relationship quickly turns into something more, there is always someone in the wings waiting to tear them down. What ensues is the building romance and relationship between London and Drew, and the potential fall-out when London’s family continue to interfere or struggle with the choices in her life.

The world building continues to focus on Drew’s large, close-knit extended family of rich, famous and powerful people including Drew’s parents Caleb and Brynna, and his sisters Maddie and Josie; and their cousin Lucy Williams. As per the author’s style, many of the previous story line characters are present, often controlling much of the narrative and direction of the story. We are introduced to London’s brother Rome, their father Chandler Ambrose, and their mother Adelaide.

The relationship between Drew and London begins as employer and employee but Drew witness a verbal attack against our heroine, and jumps in to protect the woman with whom he will fall in love but London is never alone, and there will always be someone waiting back home. As the relationship develops into something more, London finds herself welcomes into the family she never had. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

THE STAND-IN is a story of family, friendships, relationships and love; power and control, acceptance and determination. The premise is captivating and emotional,; the characters are determined, sassy and spirited; the romance is lively and edgy.

Reading Order and Previous reviews
The Secret
The Surprise
The Scandal
The Scramble
The Score
The Set Up

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Reviewed by Sandy

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New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Kristen Proby is the author of the bestselling With Me In Seattle and Love Under the Big Sky series. She has a passion for a good love story and strong, humorous characters with a strong sense of loyalty and family. Her men are the alpha type; fiercely protective and a bit bossy, and her ladies are fun, strong, and not afraid to stand up for themselves. Kristen lives in Montana with her husband and their four pets, where she enjoys coffee, chocolate and sunshine. And naps.

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CHERRY LANE (Huckleberry Bay 3.5) by Kristen Proby-review tour

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CHERRY LANE (Huckleberry Bay Novella 3.5) by Kristen Proby-review & excerpt tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date August 22, 2023

Sometimes, love is waiting in the most unexpected of places.

Zeke Cross is a big city guy who finds himself living in the smallest town on the face of the earth, running an auto repair shop with his best friend. Not just running, but owning. He’s not used to sleepy little towns. He craves noise, excitement, and people. And yet, he’s grown to love the town of Huckleberry Bay, and the people who have welcomed him into the fold. Almost everyone has been kind and accepting of the outsider.

Everyone except Cherry Dubois.

Cherry is a small town girl, and she misses the sleepy community from her childhood. Now, her home is overrun by move-ins, who seem hell-bent on bringing big city ideals to her little town, and ruining what she’s always had. Her neighbor, Zeke, is the most annoying of all, with his loud music and arrogant attitude. How is she supposed to think when he’s around? Sure, he’s handsome, but that almost makes it worse.

Then Cherry needs Zeke’s help, and she finds out that the big city guy isn’t all that bad, especially when he has his hands on her and makes her forget all the reasons why she doesn’t like him. But at the end of the day, will she be able to trust this man to stay for good, or will her worst fears come true?

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REVIEW:  CHERRY LANE is a contemporary, adult, stand alone novella (#3.5) set in the author’s HUCKLEBERRY BAY romance series. This is pre-school teacher / candle maker Cherry Dubois, and mechanic Zeke Cross’ story line. CHERRY LANE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary. Zeke was first introduced in book one LIGHTHOUSE WAY.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Cherry and Zeke) CHERRY LANE follows the acrimonious relationship between Cherry and Zeke. Approximately one year earlier, Zeke Cross moved to Huckleberry Bay to work with his best friend Wolfe Conrad but Zeke never expected to make an enemy out of his new neighbor,a woman who stirs something deep within our story line hero. Fast forward to present day, Zeke is still on the outside looking in with his neighbor Cherry Dubois. From the outset, Cherry’s nose has been out of joint, and she is taking her frustrations and anger out on her new neighbor Zeke. Zeke has no idea what he did to deserve the vitriol spewed by our story line heroine but Cherry is about to need more Zeke’s help when things don’t go well at home. What ensues is the building but struggling relationship between Zeke and Cherry, and the potential fall-out as misunderstanding threaten to split our couple apart.

The world building focuses on the building relationship, a relationship that struggles with Cherry’s questionable attitude and rude behavior. Not only is she beyond rude to our story line hero but often towards the people in his life.

The relationship between Zeke and Cherry begins acrimoniously is awkward and takes approximately one year before Cherry is will to make amends, amends in the face of a potential disaster at home. Zeke is willing to give Cherry a chance but has no idea as to why Cherry is so reluctant to give him a chance. The $ex scenes are limited but passionate.

The secondary and supporting characters are familiar and fun. We are reintroduced to Wolfe and Luna (Lighthouse Way) ; Sarah and Tanner( Fernhill Lane); as well as Montana, Amryllis Lovejoy, and Indigo

CHERRY LANE is a fast paced, quick read focusing on anger and jealousy, forgiveness and friends, acceptance and love. The premise is engaging and edgy; the characters are dynamic and animated but our heroine’s attitude is questionable and rude; the romance is tender and encouraging.

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Lighthouse Way
Fernhill Lane
Chapel Bend

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Reviewed by Sandy

 

“Listen, I know we don’t get along—despite this little moment of truce. You don’t have to do this.”
“It’s true, you drive me crazy. But that doesn’t mean I can’t be neighborly.” He pushes his hand through his hair in agitation. This is the Zeke I know. “Maybe we can work out a trade.”
I take a step back, appalled. “No.”
“Jesus, not that kind of trade, although you’re hot as fuck, and I wouldn’t complain.”
I’m pretty sure my jaw just hit the floor. Zeke thinks I’m hot?
“I was thinking that maybe you could put a hold on the nagging while I offer you my hot water.”
“I don’t nag.”
He laughs and rubs his fingertips into his forehead like he’s completely frustrated.
“You nag more than my grandmother, and that woman could have won an Olympic gold medal if it were a sport.”
“What do I nag you about?” I prop my hands on my hips and narrow my eyes at him.
“What don’t you nag me about?” He shakes his head. “’Turn the music down, Zeke. Stop laughing so loud, Zeke. Jesus, Zeke, when was the last time you checked your mail? It’s overflowing in your box. Zeke, you parked like crap again.’ I’m telling you, I get real sick and tired of my name.”
I can only blink at him. Do I really sound like that? Do I bitch at him constantly?
“Well.” I sound stiff as a board, but I can’t help it. I’m mortified. “I will stop doing that. Thanks for bringing it to my attention. And thank you for the offer, but I’ll pass. I can go to my parents’ house. I appreciate your help tonight. Have a nice evening.”
He frowns. “Now, you just sound like you have a stick up your ass.”
“What do you want from me?” It comes out in an exasperated shout. “Christ Jesus, Zeke, have you ever considered that I nag because you do those things all the goddamn time, and it’s inconsiderate? No, I’m sure you haven’t. You just think I’m a tight-ass bitch who likes the sound of my own voice, not a human being who has jobs and responsibilities of her own. But it’s fine. I’ll keep my mouth shut from here on out and suck it up. I’ll invest in some noise-blocking earbuds and park in the visitor parking so I don’t have to deal with your shitty parking jobs. I really do appreciate you being so nice to me tonight. It was a pleasant surprise, but I won’t expect it to continue. See you around.”
“God, you’re so damn exasperating.”
“Same goes, Zeke.”
We just stand there for several seconds, breathing hard and glaring at each other, and then the next thing I know, Zeke closes the gap between us, cups my face in his hands, and kisses me.
Like, kisses me.
It’s hot and demanding, as if he’s been thinking about doing it since the minute we met, and he has months-and-months-worth of pent-up sexual aggression to get out.
And, surprisingly, I don’t mind at all.

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New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Kristen Proby is the author of the bestselling With Me In Seattle and Love Under the Big Sky series. She has a passion for a good love story and strong, humorous characters with a strong sense of loyalty and family. Her men are the alpha type; fiercely protective and a bit bossy, and her ladies are fun, strong, and not afraid to stand up for themselves. Kristen lives in Montana with her husband and their four pets, where she enjoys coffee, chocolate and sunshine. And naps.

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The Setup (Single in Seattle 4) by Kristen Proby-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date July 18, 2023

I’m a sucker for pretty things. Give me a roaring engine in a souped-up vintage muscle car with cherry red paint and brand-new leather interior, and that’s about as pretty as anything I could ask for. I’m a simple man, who doesn’t need or want the kind of wild celebrity that my father has. I restore one-of-a-kind vehicles and sell them to the highest bidder. Usually, that bidder just also happens to be a celebrity.

But no matter how often my cars steal the spotlight, staying out of it is my number one priority.

Which is why Sydney Sterling is absolutely out of the question.

She’s a country music superstar. She’s in the spotlight. People can’t get enough of her.

It doesn’t matter that our one night together was hotter than a full throttle muscle car, or that she’s the most incredible woman I’ve ever met.

I. Need. To. Stay. Away.

And I was doing a great job of just that until our friends set us up on a blind date, and now here I am, sitting across from the only woman who made me want more. How am I going to handle the fact that the rest of the world wants her almost as much as I do?

And do I even have a choice in the matter?

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REVIEW: THE SETUP is the fourth instalment in Kristen Proby’s contemporary,adult SINGLE IN SEATTLE erotic, romance series-a spin off with the next generation from the author’s With Me in Seattle series. . This is country music star Sidney Sterling , and classic car restorer Keaton Williams’ story line. THE SETUP can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines and original series are revealed where necessary. Keaton is the son of Luke and Natalie (Come Away with Me/ With Me in Seattle 1); and Sidney is the sister of Gray Sterling (The Scandal).

Told from dual first person perspectives (Sidney and Keaton) THE SETUP follows the friends with benefits relationship between country music star Sidney Sterling , and classic car restorer Keaton Williams. Sidney Sterling’s career has imploded, and she has returned home to Seattle to be with family and friends but never thought she would find herself in a relationship with Keaton Williams, a man who wants nothing more than a friends with benefits relationship. An opportunity will present itself for our story line heroine, an opportunity of which Keaton wants nothing to do. Keaton and his family grew up in the spotlight, and Keaton knows that fame is nothing more than heart break and pain. What ensues is the building relationship between Keaton and Sidney, and the potential fall-out as Keaton is willing to lose the woman he loves than face down the vultures who all but destroyed his life.

The world building continues to focus on the large extended Montgomery-Williams family, all of who are rich, powerful, famous and friends. From Hollywood, to Nashville, to the gridiron of the NFL, The Montgomery -Williams clan are supportive of one another, forgiving and under control.

The relationship between Keaton and Sidney is one of immediate attraction; a friends to lover, a friends with benefits relationship in which Keaton is willing to risk his friendships with Sidney to stay out of the spotlight while Sidney’s star is on the rise. The $ex scenes are passionate and intense without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

THE SETUP is a story of family, friendships, relationships and love; a story of betrayal and acceptance, forgiveness and happily ever after. The character driven premise is fast paced, emotional and edgy; the romance is seductive and steamy; the characters are determined and dynamic.

Reading Order and Previous reviews
The Secret
The Surprise
The Scandal
The Scramble
The Score

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Reviewed by Sandy

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New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Kristen Proby is the author of the bestselling With Me In Seattle and Love Under the Big Sky series. She has a passion for a good love story and strong, humorous characters with a strong sense of loyalty and family. Her men are the alpha type; fiercely protective and a bit bossy, and her ladies are fun, strong, and not afraid to stand up for themselves. Kristen lives in Montana with her husband and their four pets, where she enjoys coffee, chocolate and sunshine. And naps.

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Chapel Bend (Huckleberry Bay 3) by Kristen Proby-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date May 16, 2023

There’s a fine line between love and hate.

In Huckleberry Bay, Oregon, everyone knows that when it comes to Juniper “June” Snow – what you see is what you get. When you hire her construction company to do a job, it’s done right, on time, and on budget. When she’s your friend, she’s a ride-or-die who will support you no matter what. And when you’re her enemy…well, she can hold a grudge.

And she’s never forgotten how the tall, dark, and delicious Apollo Winchester hurt her so many years ago.

In a small town, it’s impossible to ignore someone who greets you with a death glare every time you meet. Apollo can’t recall why June hates him, but it doesn’t stop him from stirring her up every chance he gets. There’s something about her stubborn, “don’t mess with me” attitude that keeps him coming back for more. But June is his sister’s best friend and permanently on the “off-limits” list.

June puts aside her war with Apollo and hires him to work on her most important project, the renovation of a chapel into her dream home. She wants the best…and Apollo is the best . . . on the job site and in her bed. He won’t turn down the chance to spend more time with June, especially when it’s clear that she wants him as much as she hates him. Proximity leads to opportunity, and opportunity leads to steamy times between the sheets.

But a mystery threatens June and Apollo will protect her and their growing connection, no matter the cost.

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REVIEW: CHAPEL BEND is the third instalment in Kristen Proby’s contemporary, adult. HUCKLEBERRY BAY erotic, slightly paranormal, romance series. This is electrician Apollo Winchester, and thirty-six year old, builder/ renovator Juniper ‘June’ Snow’s story line. CHAPEL BEND can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary/.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Apollo’s and Juniper), and journal entries from our story line heroine, CHAPEL BEND follows the enemies to lovers/ best friend’s brother’s romance and relationship between electrician Apollo Winchester, and builder/renovator Juniper Snow. Juniper Snow and Apollo Winchester have butted heads most of their lives but Juniper remembers her teenage years somewhat different than out story line hero. With the hopes of renovating a small chapel to call her home, Juniper discovers she must hire electrician Apollo Winchester, the bane of her existence, and the man she has worked hard to avoid but all is not well in Huckleberry Bay, Oregon when a developer begins making demands of our story line heroine. What ensues is the building romance and secret relationship between Apollo and Juniper, and the potential fall-out as mischief and property soon escalate to lives threatened and physical assault.

Juniper struggles to forgive Apollo for sins of the past. As a young girl, abandoned by her mother,Juniper wants to be accepted for who she is but Apollo was cruel, leaving Juniper’s self esteem shattered and broke but Juniper’s best friend was Apollo’s younger sister, and Juniper struggled to avoid the man that now controls her heart.

The relationship between Juniper and Apollo is an enemies to lovers; a secret romance of which Juniper wants to keep their affair secret from family and friends but Apollo no longer wants to be Juniper’s dirty little secret. As Juniper and Apollo’s relationship quickly turns into something more, Juniper continues to plead with Apollo to everything on the down low. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top sexually graphic language and text.

There is a large ensemble cast of secondary and supporting characters, many of whom we have met in the previous instalments including ghost Rose. The requisite evil has many faces.

CHAPEL BEND is a story of betrayal and vengeance, madness and obsession, family and love. The premise is intriguing and captivating; the romance is seductive and provocative; the characters are dynamic and determined.

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Lighthouse Way
Fernhill Lane

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Sandy

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New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Kristen Proby is the author of the bestselling With Me In Seattle and Love Under the Big Sky series. She has a passion for a good love story and strong, humorous characters with a strong sense of loyalty and family. Her men are the alpha type; fiercely protective and a bit bossy, and her ladies are fun, strong, and not afraid to stand up for themselves. Kristen lives in Montana with her husband and their four pets, where she enjoys coffee, chocolate and sunshine. And naps.

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